About the Buller's Shearwater
The Buller's Shearwater (Ardenna bulleri) is a species of bird in the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), within the order Procellariiformes. This family contains 100 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bulshe when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Procellariiformes |
| Family | Shearwaters and Petrels (Procellariidae) |
| Species | Ardenna bulleri |
| Species Codes | bulshe, BULS, BUSH |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Buller's Shearwater belong to?
The Buller's Shearwater (Ardenna bulleri) belongs to the Shearwaters and Petrels family (Procellariidae), in the order Procellariiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Buller's Shearwater?
The Buller's Shearwater is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Buller's Shearwater?
The Buller's Shearwater is a member of the Shearwaters and Petrels family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Buller's Shearwater sighting?
You can log sightings of Buller's Shearwater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bulshe, or on iNaturalist.